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How is AI changing the way we think? In “Cognitive Revolution,” Jiajie Zhang, PhD, dean of @McWilliamsSBMI, explores how cognition extends beyond the brain and into the people, tools, and systems around us. go.uth.edu/CognitiveRevoluti…
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After years of navigating chronic autoimmune disease, Jennifer Capouya chose to help other patients facing similar challenges. Her support of scleroderma research led by Zsuzsanna McMahan, MD, is helping advance new possibilities for care. go.uth.edu/CapouyaStory
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Prevention starts before tragedy strikes. Through community partnerships, education, innovative data tools, and safe firearm storage initiatives, UTHealth Houston is working to reduce firearm-related injuries and help protect children, families, and communities.
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Music and medicine came together at Doctors in Recital, where physician-musicians helped raise $5,695 for Camp PHEver, a program supporting children living with phenylketonuria. Thank you to everyone who performed and supported this meaningful cause.
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UTHealth Houston is the first health center in Texas to offer SAINT, an FDA-approved treatment for adults with treatment-resistant depression. Learn how a team led by João L. de Quevedo, MD, PhD, is bringing this innovative therapy to patients in Texas. go.uth.edu/BillSAINT.
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More than 1,000 graduates. One unforgettable milestone. 🎓💙 The UTHealth Houston Class of 2026 is ready to lead in health care, science, research, and service. Congratulations to our newest alumni as they begin the next chapter of their journey. 🎥 go.uth.edu/Commencement2026.
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Inspired by a personal experience with dementia, @UTHealthSPH researcher Jiaming Liang, PhD, is helping improve care for patients and caregivers. He was recently named a 2026 Faculty Scholar by the National Institute on Aging’s IMPACT Collaboratory. 🔗 go.uth.edu/JLiang
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After Hurricane Harvey, Pauline Filipek, MD, helped launch a Disaster Readiness EXPO designed to make emergency preparedness more inclusive for those living with autism and neurodevelopmental disabilities. The event helped build confidence, familiarity & safety during emergencies
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In this episode of Beyond the CV, Alejandro Aballay, PhD, dean of @MDA_UTHGrad, reflects on the curiosity that first drew him to science, the resilience required in research, and what it means to prepare the next generation of scientists. 🎥 go.uth.edu/BeyondAballay
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Three UTHealth Houston researchers received more than $6M in CPRIT funding to advance cancer research, treatment and prevention. The projects support training future researchers, developing next-generation therapies and studying a novel treatment approach. go.uth.edu/CPRIT6M
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We’re proud to celebrate the acquisition of CrossBridge Bio by Eli Lilly, a milestone showcasing the power of academic discovery, collaboration, and innovation across Houston. Congrats to Dr. Zhiqiang An, Dr. Kyoji Tsuchikama, and everyone who helped bring this work to life.
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After diagnosing a rare oral cancer in a young patient, Steve Koo, DDS ’99, later received her wedding invitation—a powerful reminder of impact. Through care and philanthropy, he’s shaping the future of health. go.uth.edu/KooStory #UTHealthHouston #HoustonsHealthUniversity
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On this #MemorialDay, we remember those who laid down their lives for our freedom.
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Research from UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry is aboard the International Space Station as part of VIBES — a project studying how low-intensity vibration may help preserve bone health in microgravity. Read more at Go.uth.edu/VIBES. #WeAreUTSD #UTHealthHouston
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This National Nurses Month, see how @CizikNursing pipeline programs help high school students earn industry-recognized certifications and take real steps toward nursing careers, creating pathways to stability for them and their communities. go.uth.edu/Pipeline
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One year in, the Institute of Perioperative Medicine is advancing research aimed at making surgery safer. Led by Holger Eltzschig, MD, PhD, and Cynthia Ju, PhD, the institute is driving new approaches to reducing organ injury after surgery. go.uth.edu/PerioperativeMedi…
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UTHealth Houston has been named to LinkedIn’s inaugural Top Companies: City Edition list for Houston, recognizing employers that create strong opportunities for career growth, professional development, and long-term success.
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Four #UTHealthHouston faculty members received top honors during the 2026 President’s Scholar Awards luncheon May 1. Congratulations to Qingchun Tong, PhD, Han Zhang, MD, Juliana A. Barros, DDS, MS, and Louise D. McCullough, MD, PhD. 🔗: go.uth.edu/PresidentsScholar…
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